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Jobs for the Future (JFF)

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51 - 200 employees

Founded 1983

💼 Consulting

🏥 Healthcare

📦 Logistics

💰 $5M Grant on 2022-08

Consulting • Healthcare • Logistics

Jobs for the Future (JFF) is a non-profit organization focused on promoting equitable access to quality jobs and economic advancement for all. The organization works to redesign education and workforce systems to be more equitable and effective, partnering with various stakeholders to influence policy and create innovative solutions. With over 40 years of experience, JFF engages in research, evaluation, advocacy, and partnerships to integrate learning with work and strengthen regional economies. Their initiatives include promoting racial economic equity, lifelong learning, and the integration of artificial intelligence and fintech to drive personal financial success. JFF hosts events, conducts research, and provides tools and resources to help build an inclusive future.

📋 Description

• Review vendor invoices for compliance with grant terms and internal requirements • Enter invoices into NetSuite and confirm complete supporting documentation is attached • Process accounts payable invoices according to JFF policies and established timelines • Process weekly check runs to support timely vendor payments • Resolve payment issues and respond to vendor inquiries • Monitor the accounts payable email inbox and respond to JFF staff and vendors • Submit online payments through vendor portals and ensure timely recording in the accounting system • Process journal entries in NetSuite, including entries related to online payments • Maintain vendor information, including W-9 documentation and ACH payment details • Build and manage relationships with internal staff and external vendors • Update vendor contract information and track remaining payments against approved agreements • Process Forms 1099 for eligible vendors • Partner with program staff and the Grant Management team to obtain invoice approvals • Coordinate information sharing between JFF and the Prime organization, including regular payment reporting • Support cash requests from Prime and drawdowns from the payment management system with appropriate reviews and approvals • Partner with Contracts and Grant Stewards teams to ensure procurement policies are followed

🎯 Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of relevant accounts payable experience in a fast-paced organization • Experience working on federal grants • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and database applications • Familiarity with accounting software such as NetSuite is helpful • Experience working with nonprofit organizations or in cost accounting • Knowledge of general accounting principles and practices • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines • Detail-oriented, collaborative, proactive, and committed to continuous learning • Passion for JFF’s mission and North Star • Commitment to inclusion, belonging, and well-being values • Ability to build positive and collaborative relationships • No employer-visa sponsorship; positions are not open to F-1 student visa holders

🏖️ Benefits

• Flexible work hours • Balanced workloads • Professional development • Career advancement opportunities • Competitive salaries • Comprehensive benefits program with flexibility and choice • Completely remote, in-person, or hybrid work options • Annual home office stipend for regular full-time and part-time employees • Office equipment as needed for new employees • Accessibility accommodations during the application and hiring process